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Grinch Crinkle Cookies

Grinch Crinkle Cookies: Fun Holiday Treats Made Easy

These Grinch Crinkle Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that combines whimsical appearance with easy preparation, making them perfect for festive baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix Try a gluten-free cake mix for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable or Canola Oil Coconut oil can be used for a unique flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option.
For the Festive Color
  • 1 tbsp Green Gel Food Coloring Adjust the amount for desired shade.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar No substitutes needed unless seeking sugar-free.
For the Decadent Topping
  • 1 cup Red Heart Sprinkles Use any holiday-themed sprinkles for variation.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Grinch Crinkle Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Stir until well blended.
  3. Incorporate the green gel food coloring into the dough, mixing until you achieve your desired shade.
  4. Portion out the dough using a medium cookie scoop, roll into balls, and coat in powdered sugar.
  5. Place the dough balls on the prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 9-12 minutes until the tops look crinkled and set.
  7. Press a red heart sprinkle onto each cookie immediately after removing from the oven.
  8. Allow to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for better texture and ensure not to overmix for a tender outcome.

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